The Young Kennel Club is on the lookout for members who have made an outstanding contribution to the dog world to be nominated for the Shaun McAlpine Outstanding Young Person Award. Whether you know somebody who tirelessly trains their dog to the highest standard, or who gives up their free time for the benefit of dogs, we want to hear from you.

The award is the highest level of achievement for young dog lovers and will be presented at DFS Crufts at the NEC in March. For over 20 years Ed and Cindy McAlpine have presented the Shaun McAlpine Trophy and awards at the event in memory of their son Shaun who was tragically killed in a road accident two weeks after his 22nd birthday in November 1984.

The trophy is awarded annually to encourage young dog lovers to become more involved in dog activities, as Shaun himself had achieved considerable success as a dog handler.

Anybody can nominate a Young Kennel Club member for this fantastic award, including parents, trainers and teachers. Reasons to nominate can include anything and everything that you think warrants a young person to be applauded for their effort in upholding the aims of the Young Kennel Club and ensuring all dogs live healthy, happy lives. Here are just a few examples: -

• Taking part in fundraising or raising awareness for dog charities.
• Helping to organise a dog activity
• Helping others (training, stewarding, mentoring)
• Success in competitions and training
• Volunteering (at dog training clubs, stewarding, shows)

To nominate, fill in the form, which can be found at www.ykc.org.uk, and send it in.
Nomination forms can be emailed to ykc@thekennelclub.org.uk or posted to
Shaun McAlpine Outstanding Young Person Award, Young Kennel Club Team, The Kennel Club,
1-5 Clarges Street, Piccadilly, London W1J 8AB.

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